Category: News

New pedestrian crossing installed in Cygnet

The Cygnet community is already enjoying the safety and convenience of the newly installed Mary Street wombat crossing. The finishing touches such as additional signage, bollards and line marking will be completed over the next week.  The wombat crossing is a pedestrian zebra crossing on a raised platform. It not only prioritises pedestrians but also…

Council acts on Cygnet vandalism

Recent vandalism, including graffiti, property damage, and defacement of public assets has increased in Cygnet over the past few months. Repairing this damage is costly and affects the sense of amenity and security within the township. Council is taking action to address this surge in vandalism and protect our community facilities. What we’re doing:• Working to…

New way to book community facilities with SpacetoCo

We’re pleased to introduce a simpler way to book community spaces across the Huon Valley, with the launch of our new online booking platform, SpacetoCo. Community members can now easily book the Huonville Town Hall, Huon Valley Hub, and Palais Theatre through this user-friendly system. The new platform responds directly to community feedback, eliminating the…

Working together for the Huon Valley: Council’s 2025 action plan

We’re excited to share the Huon Valley Council’s plans for 2025, which have been shaped by ideas and feedback from you, our community. These plans, detailed in our Strategic Plan and Annual Plan (available here), focus on making the Huon Valley a great place for everyone who lives, works, or visits here. Our team is…

Geeveston Town Hall roof refresh

The Geeveston Town Hall will soon have a fresh look as works get underway next week to install a new roof. Built in the early 1900s, the original lapped iron sheeting, has sadly deteriorated over time and now requires replacement to ensure the hall remains a safe space for future generations. The new roofing has…

Temporary road closure: Wattle Grove Road, Wattle Grove

A temporary road closure will be in place on Wattle Grove Road as part of essential geotechnical works aimed at designing repairs for a landslip. The closure will affect a 150m stretch of Wattle Grove Road downhill from the Hollands Road junction, between 211 and 238 Wattle Grove Road. Our contractor will undertake investigative drilling…